Keralam Police Warn of Malicious APK Scam via Fake E-Challan SMS Messages
The Keralam police have issued a warning about a scam involving fake e-challan SMS messages that distribute malicious APK files to steal sensitive information. Fraudsters send messages with links to counterfeit websites resembling official Motor Vehicles Department portals, prompting users to enter vehicle details and download harmful applications. Police advise verifying e-challan details only through official websites or authorized portals and caution against installing apps or clicking links from unsolicited messages claiming to offer vehicle-related services.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (45/100). Lens Score 52/100.
Outlets measured: hindustantimes, news18. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (45–45/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
news18 broke this story on 26 Sept, 04:17 am. Other outlets followed.
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